Apparatus for docking a floating test stage in a terrestrial base
Assigneen&k Technology, Inc.
InventorsDale Buermann, Daniel Tran
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Abstract
A system for docking a floating test stage with integrated testing equipment to a predetermined position relative to a terrestrial base is described. The system includes a cylinder for docking the test stage to the predetermined position and a vibration isolation system for isolating the test stage when it is floating over the base. The system also includes a handling unit indexed to the predetermined position for loading and unloading samples on the test stage.
Claims5
A system for docking a floating test stage with integrated testing equipment at a predetermined position relative to a terrestrial base, said system comprising:
- a) a lift mechanism coupled to said test stage and said terrestrial base for docking said test stage at the predetermined position;
- b) a vibration isolation mechanism connected to said test stage for isolating said test stage when said test stage is floating over said terrestrial base from vibrations experienced by said terrestrial base;
- c) a first engaging mechanism connected to said vibration isolation mechanism and wherein said vibration isolation mechanism comprises a set of shock absorbers terminated with mechanical stages in which said first engaging means is machined;
- d) a second engaging mechanism in said terrestrial base for engaging with said first engaging mechanism;
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- e) a sample handling unit indexed to said predetermined relative position for loading samples on said test stage.
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